Musings
Summer Escapades
Of course, now that you've booked your stay at the Hotel Villa Feltrinelli, you'll need the wardrobe for your summer escapades. See my favorites, pictures above.
(1. '50s riviera meets Dolce & Gabbana. Polka-dot dress. Shop here. / 2. Valentino Sandals. Shop here. / 3. Lanvin straw hat. Shop here.)
Villa Feltrinelli, Italy
Behold! Some of the remarkable scenes at Hotel Villa Feltrinelli on the western shore of Lake Garda, Italy. The neo-Gothic villa was built in 1892, commissioned by the Feltrinelli Family as a summer home, an escape from the heat in Milan. It was later restored in 1997 by hotelier Bob Burns, of the Regent International. Guests can relax by the swimming pool on the property while enjoying home-made ice cream (!!!), enjoy the lush gardens with a book, or board the hotel's launch, Riva, for an afternoon on the water. Arrivederci!
Salty's Girls
We once had a boat named Salty's Girls as the term was used quite frequently to describe my Dad dubbed as "Salty" from his sailing friends, and the fact that he was surrounded by three girls for almost thirty years of his adult life. (Yes, and he's still sane). I think about all the challenging moments in my life and my Father has been there for all of them, encouraging me to press on. I consider myself quite lucky to have such an incredible Father. Wish I could be there today with you Dad along with your other girls, to get some scoops and go for a harbor cruise! Happy Father's Day! xx